Precious Stones are Expensive If You Aren’t Careful

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Jewelry is very desirable but they are so expensive. That’s why this page is so valuable for those who are looking for a few tips in saving money on those bling.

Online auctions are all anonymous so it’s a great way to not be embarrassed about just finding out about prices. Once you know the range, you can find a way to get a discount.

One place that won’t give you a stiff markup is the pawn shop. They have loads of inventory these days so it’s a great way to get jewelry for cheap. You might be helping them get some needed cash too.

You never know until you ask. Some of your friends may already know where to find great savings on jewelry because they’ve been secretly buying a bunch of bling without your knowledge.

Don’t forget about servicing the jewelry afterward. Even paying slightly more may be worth it if the store will service (clean, adjust, etc) for you lifetime for free.

Flea markets and yard sales are a great place to find good deals on jewelry but make sure you are buying genuine stone and not some composite material.

Craft fairs are another good place to look for bargains. Usually you are dealing one on one with the jewelry maker and can bargain with them. These people know their product and are usually very honest.

Most people will go to a jewelry store because of the advertisements but this is a usually a mistake. Where do you actually think the cost of advertising is covered?

Don’t ever walk into a jewelry store inside a mall. The rent is so expensive and they always transfer the cost to the customers. Shopping channels on TV is the same thing. Stay away.

What is purported to be gold can be brass or gold plated or filled. What is listed as sterling silver on a store sign may not be sterling at all. Make sure a piece is marked correctly before making a purchase or if you don’t know, find a reputable dealer.

I heard flight prices are rising, but not if you are using these Orbitz promotion code to save this holiday season.

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